Epidemiology of Ankle Sprains and Chronic Ankle Instability

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Authors

Mackenzie M. Herzog · IQVIA (United States)

Zachary Y. Kerr · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Stephen W. Marshall · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Erik A. Wikstrom · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Abstract

This information is useful for health care providers to understand the expected incidence rates of acute ankle sprains, be aware of the association between ankle sprains and negative short- and long-term outcomes, and be familiar with existing injury-prevention programs.

Topics & Keywords

Foot and Ankle Surgery Tendon Structure and Treatment Sports injuries and prevention

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Athletic Training

Volume 54, Issue 6, pp. 603-610

DOI: 10.4085/1062-6050-447-17

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